Diran Peak, also known as Minapin, is a stunning 7,268-meter peak located in the Rakaposhi-Haramosh region of the Karakoram. Nestled near the Minapin, Hinarchi, and Bualtar Glaciers, it is easily accessible via the Karakoram Highway, making it a favorite among high-altitude climbers seeking a challenging yet approachable ascent.
The peak dominates the Gilgit Valley skyline, adding a unique and dramatic charm to the rugged landscape. Its relatively gentle slopes and well-defined campsites make Diran an ideal expedition for mountaineers with prior high-altitude experience.
The first successful ascent was achieved in 1968 by a three-member Austrian expedition, who established Camp 1 at 4,800 meters. Between Camp 1 and Camp 2, climbers encounter large crevasses, deep snowfields, and unpredictable weather, while Camp 3 provides access to the summit, often described as a “big summit plateau.” Modern expeditions have even reached the summit from Camp 2 under favorable conditions.
Diran Peak continues to attract climbers from Europe, Japan, and beyond, with multiple expeditions tackling the summit each year. Its combination of accessibility, breathtaking views, and mountaineering challenge makes it a truly rewarding Karakoram adventure.
Meet your guide at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to the hotel. If time permits, explore Islamabad & Rawalpindi.
Dinner at Monal Restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Drive to Islamabad Airport for the flight to Gilgit (approx. 45 minutes) with breathtaking aerial views of the Karakoram Range and Nanga Parbat (8126m).
Arrival in Gilgit and transfer to Minapin Village.
Lunch and rest.
Dinner and overnight stay at the guesthouse.
Note: Flight subject to weather; if canceled, overland drive via Naran–Kaghan–Chilas.
Breakfast & drive along the Karakoram Highway beside the Indus River.
Stop at:
Nanga Parbat viewpoint
Junction of Karakoram, Himalaya & Hindukush
Lunch in Gilgit and continue to Minapin via the Hunza River.
Stop at Old Silk Route Point & Rakaposhi Viewpoint (7788m).
Arrive at Minapin for dinner and an overnight stay at the guesthouse.
Breakfast & start trek towards Tagafuri.
Steep trekking with a refreshment stop at Hapakun
Reach Tagafuri for lunch & a short walk around camp
Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Breakfast at Tagafuri.
Trek across the Minapin Glacier to reach Diran Peak Base Camp
Set up camp and prepare for acclimatization
Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay at base camp.
23 days at Base Camp for:
Acclimatization
Preparing for summit attempts
Summit climbs (dependent on weather, fitness, and expedition plan)
Full board services at base camp.
Breakfast & trek back along the same route to Tagafuri.
Lunch at camp
Optional Rakaposhi viewpoint walk
Dinner and overnight stay at camp.
Trek back to Minapin along the same route.
Lunch in Minapin
Drive to Gilgit City
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast & transfer to Gilgit Airport for flight to Islamabad.
If the flight is canceled, drive via Naran, with lunch en route
Overnight stay in a hotel
Dinner included.
Breakfast & continue drive to Islamabad.
Lunch en route
Arrival in Islamabad, dinner, and overnight stay at the hotel
Free day for shopping or city exploration.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Breakfast and transfer to Islamabad Airport for your flight back home.
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